Germany Downplays Threat of US-Designated Antifa Ost Group

The United States recently labeled a German group called Antifa Ost as a global terrorist group, saying they engage in violent actions.

However, German officials believe the danger from this group has significantly decreased.

This is because many of the group's members, especially those involved in violence, have been arrested or convicted.

The U.S. action is part of a broader effort to fight against what they call 'political violence.'

Germany's government didn't comment directly on the U.S. decision but noted that the U.S. acted on its own.

German authorities also pointed out that this U.S. designation could affect German citizens, potentially leading to things like asset freezes or travel bans to the U.S. German officials are still monitoring the group.